Lead BMS Engineer

Schneider Electric North America; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 293,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead BMS Engineer to effectively deliver Data Centre projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in BMS or HVAC, with robust knowledge in building management systems and controls. Responsibilities include supervising installations and acting as the technical lead. This position may require long-term assignments on project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in BMS, HVAC, or Controls / Automation.
• Experience in data center industry preferred.
• Robust knowledge of BMS controls and HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Implementing BMS technical solutions for client projects.
• Act as the technical lead on the project.
• Supervise site installation and cabling works.

Skills

BMS control implementation

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent engineering discipline

Job description

We are looking for a Lead BMS Engineer, with a role focused on the effective technical delivery of Data Centre projects for the Digital Buildings Business. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in end to end implementation of BMS/EPMS solutions, along with excellent leadership and communication skills. Candidate shall have proactive customer driven approach, demonstrating full ownership for execution of BMS/EPMS projects, incorporating the design, software, graphics, installation and commissioning of building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Implementing BMS technical solutions for client projects using Schneider Electric’s BMS/EMS software platforms
• BMS Control system design, implementation, and documentation
• Act as a technical lead on the project and be single point of contact for customer for all technical aspects of the project.
• Prepare technical submittals (point schedules, system architectures, schematics, panel drawings, bill of material sequence of operations, Integration documents, FAT procedures, method statements, O&M manuals, Training manual etc) in respect to Schneider Electric engineering standards, ensuring commitment dates are met.
• Coordinate preparation of software database, application programs, graphics, Alarms, trends, schedules etc.
• Site coordination with Customer to deliver the project based on Project specifications and Consultant compliance sheet.
• Supervise site installation and cabling works.
• Planning / scheduling of project execution including attendance to contractors’ site coordination meetings.
• Supporting Project Managers to develop elaborate alternative solutions during change order management.
• Collaborates with project manager and procurement personnel on purchasing activity. Assist PM in material procurement.
• Ensure all engineering/Technical Issues or Risks are recorded and communicated to the Project Manager
• Provide feedback to the Project Manager for manpower requirements.
• Lead team for onsite commissioning of the BMS to ensure full operation as per functional description and specification, including fault finding and problem-solving on technical issues as they arise.
• Ensure commissioning, testing and final tuning of the project is finished on time with record documentation
• Represent the company in a professional manner whilst ensuring all statutory & safety standards are met.
• Provide technical direction to project team members

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in BMS, HVAC, or Controls / Automation- Schneider Electric experience is preferred.
• Previous experience working with highly complex BMS control solutions- Experience in data center industry is preferred.
• Robust knowledge of BMS controls and HVAC with ideally some knowledge of Power management systems.
• Clear understanding of integration of Building Systems Protocols and IP Infrastructure
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work both autonomously or as a member of a team
• Ability to co-ordinate different internal and external stakeholders.
• Desire to build a long-term career by learning and developing technical knowledge and skills.
• Flexible to travel.
• Available to work from project site on long term assignments.
• Valid UAE driving licence.

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